Best Ames Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 249 students in Ames, IA.

Ames, IA public preschools have a of 0.66, which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 0.45.

Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Ames, IA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

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Northwood Pre-school

3012 Duff Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 268-2470

Gr: PK-K | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Ames, Iowa

Ames, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Louise Crawford Elementary School (Closed 2006)

415 Stanton Ave
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3755

Gr: K | 38 students Minority enrollment: 26%

Northwood Elementary School (Closed 2006)

601 28th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3780

Gr: K-6 | 225 students Minority enrollment: 32%

Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2006)

921 9th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3785

Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Xcel High School (Closed 2006)

Alternative School

1921 Ames High Dr
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0635

Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public preschools are located in Ames, IA?

1 public preschools are located in Ames, IA.

What is the racial composition of students in Ames?

Ames public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).